 | Azalea (Native or Deciduous).
You may have driven past these shrubs along the highway or in
the north Georgia mountains just catching a glimpse of their delicate flowers.
Generally in pinks and yellows but there is a spectacular orange flowering
variety. |
| Beech. An attractive
native hardwood. Its leaves persist through the winter offering good
contrast to the surrounding deciduous trees. Somewhat particular to site and
soil. It needs room to grow as it can reach 50 feet in height.
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| Coffeetree (Kentucky). A great native plant
that is tolerant of many conditions, including drought -- should we have to
endure drought again this year. It needs a lot of room and reach 60 feet
in height. |
| Hornbeam (American). Also known as Ironwood or
Musclewood because of the "muscle" like bulges in the trunk and branches.
Definitely naturalizes the garden - this is an often seen tree in the forest. |
| Paw Paw. A small tree to 20 feet. Can be
used in woodland gardens. Performs well in moist soil and as an
understory tree. Interesting plant for the avid gardener. |
| River Birch. The distinctive feature of this
often used tree is its brown bark that peels away to reveal a lighter bark.
It is fast growing and offers a nice yellow fall color. |
| Tulip Tree. Recognized by its almost perfectly
straight smooth trunk and the tulip like green and orange flowers that are
hidden high above until they drop in late spring. A great tree for
naturalizing wherever there is ample room. Can reach 80 feet. |
